trainee Biomedical Scientist

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust; Bath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bath seeks a trainee Biomedical Scientist for a fixed-term position of 1 year. The role involves completing training in the Haematology laboratory under the supervision of qualified staff. Responsibilities include preparation and analysis of samples, following standard operating procedures, and providing high-quality service. Candidates should be enthusiastic and eager to learn in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and willing to learn in a professional laboratory environment.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures accurately.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 12-month training program in the Haematology laboratory.
• Assist qualified staff to deliver high-quality service.
• Follow procedures for preparation, analysis, and processing of specimens.

Job description

The role of a biomedical scientist is to perform investigations or process tissue and body fluids which are used to diagnose, monitor and treat patients. Under the direction and supervision of qualified staff the post holder will gain broad experience in the delivery of routine and specialist diagnostic laboratory services in accordance with national and professional standards.

The post-holder will be expected to complete an agreed programme of training, over a period of 12 months, within the Haematology laboratory, which has been accredited for training purposes. The training will be delivered in all aspects of Biomedical Science to achieve Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration.

This is a fixed‑term position for a period of 1 year and the training will need to be completed within that period.

Responsibilities

• To undertake Biomedical Scientist training which will involve working in all sections of the Haematology laboratory.
• To learn through training and by assisting qualified staff, to produce a high quality service in all sections.
• To follow standard operating procedures relating to:
• Preparation of biomedical specimens and materials.
• Analysis of a range of sample types using a variety of techniques.
• Processing of biological materials.
• Using the laboratory information management system to accurately book, update and retrieve patient data.
• Learning how to interpret analytical results, including quality control (QC) data, and to decide what actions are necessary.
• Gaining knowledge of the analytical techniques used, how to troubleshoot, adjust and maintain instrumentation.

We are looking for an enthusiastic trainee Biomedical Scientist to join our Haematology laboratory team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust.